System and method for transportation and storage of cargo in space
US7114682B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 7, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 3, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB64G2004/005
- WIPO fieldTransport
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system for transportation and storage of cargo in space includes one or more platforms. The platforms are operable to hold multiple removable propellant tanks and rendezvous with one or more other platforms in space. The platforms also include one or more thruster systems and positioners. Each positioner has an effector operable to grip a band disposed around each propellant tank. Each positioner is operable to facilitate the transfer of the multiple removable propellant tanks between platforms during the rendezvous.
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